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Quiz about Corn on the Bob
Quiz about Corn on the Bob

Corn on the Bob Trivia Quiz


All the questions in this quiz will deal with just one word. Just like a jigsaw puzzle in quiz form. Hope you enjoy this adventure!

A multiple-choice quiz by linkan. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
linkan
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
354,437
Updated
Dec 05 23
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Easy
Avg Score
8 / 10
Plays
911
Awards
Top 35% Quiz
Last 3 plays: bigewalksalone (8/10), Guest 104 (5/10), Guest 162 (9/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. Matthew played the role of Healy in "There's Something About Mary" in 1998. What is the LAST name of this actor? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. What Olympic sport was introduced in 1924? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. In 2003 this actor played the role of Papa Elf in the movie, "Elf". What is his last name only? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. This haircut is mostly for women. It was first founded in the 1920's, it's shorter hair, cut straight across, level with your jaw area. What hair design is this featured by Katie Holmes, Victoria Beckham and others other the years? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. A wacky group of castaways hopped on a boat and took a 3 hour tour that kept us watching their weekly antics for four years. What are the names of the four men on that boat? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. At Halloween time you stick your head in a big barrel and try to catch a piece of fruit in your mouth. What fruit is this that you're trying to get? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. The television show, "Falcon Crest" featured Jane Wyman and her vineyards. The show was one of the prime time soaps, like "Dallas" and "Dynasty". Which "Untouchables" television star played the role of Roland Saunders for a few episodes? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. This six to eight inch toy doll stands up and has a head that moves. You can tap the head and it moves up and down and sideways. What is the name of this? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. All Richard Dreyfuss wanted to do was get away with his family on a nice quiet vacation. Bill Murray had other ideas and needed time with his new therapist. What movie is this, from 1991? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Looking back on this quiz, you will see that each question or answer or interesting information, has the same word involved. I'll give you one more for the road though.

What famous brother was assassinated on June 6, 1968?
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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Matthew played the role of Healy in "There's Something About Mary" in 1998. What is the LAST name of this actor?

Answer: Dillon

Ted, (who was played by Ben Stiller) hired Healy to find Mary, played by Cameron Diaz. Problem was, everyone loved Mary, including Healy and Ted and even Brett Favre.

Bob Dylan, which is pronounced the same as Dillon, is a singer for songs that include, "Like a Rolling Stone" and "Blowin' in the Wind".
2. What Olympic sport was introduced in 1924?

Answer: Bobsledding

Men have been competing for years, yet women just picked the Olympic sport up in 2002.

Team Switzerland picked up the first Gold Medal in 1924.

There are two types of events at the Olympics, two and four man bobsleds.
3. In 2003 this actor played the role of Papa Elf in the movie, "Elf". What is his last name only?

Answer: Newhart

Bob Newhart has been in three television shows featuring his name. Two of them were very successful. "The Bob Newhart Show" ran from 1972 to 1978, while "Newhart" ran from 1982 to 1990. The ending of the "Newhart" show went back to the first television show. What a cute gimmick!
4. This haircut is mostly for women. It was first founded in the 1920's, it's shorter hair, cut straight across, level with your jaw area. What hair design is this featured by Katie Holmes, Victoria Beckham and others other the years?

Answer: the Bob

The Bob has been known to go with anyone's face design. They can cut the hair exactly to the shape of your face. Some men have been known to get the 'Bob' cut too. There are shorter and longer versions. Some versions have bangs while others have the bangs slanted longer to the side.
5. A wacky group of castaways hopped on a boat and took a 3 hour tour that kept us watching their weekly antics for four years. What are the names of the four men on that boat?

Answer: Gilligan, The Skipper, Mr. Howell and the Professor

Gilligan was played by "Bob" Denver. He was on the television show and starred in 99 episodes. Just three of the characters missed only one episode. Ginger, Mary Ann and the Professor all were in just 98 episodes.
6. At Halloween time you stick your head in a big barrel and try to catch a piece of fruit in your mouth. What fruit is this that you're trying to get?

Answer: Apples

The game is called "Bobbing for Apples". Did I mention that your arms must be behind your back? It's tough to do, but a whole lot of fun to watch.

It's not only popular in America, but in Scotland they call it "Ducking for Apples" and in Ireland they call it "Snap Apple".
7. The television show, "Falcon Crest" featured Jane Wyman and her vineyards. The show was one of the prime time soaps, like "Dallas" and "Dynasty". Which "Untouchables" television star played the role of Roland Saunders for a few episodes?

Answer: Robert Stack

Robert (Bob) Stack played the role of Eliot Ness for four years. Robert was known for his serious demeanor.

He had a few guest spots on television shows, including, "Hotel", "Murder, She Wrote" and "The Love Boat". He was born and died in Los Angeles, California.
8. This six to eight inch toy doll stands up and has a head that moves. You can tap the head and it moves up and down and sideways. What is the name of this?

Answer: Bobbleheads

The Bobblehead doll stands about six to eight inches in height. You touch the head and it 'bobs' around. There are numerous Bobblehead dolls. They offer sports people, movie stars, military leaders and you can even design one in your likeness. The cost is usually in the $20 range, but if you want a unique design, you could pay over $100.
9. All Richard Dreyfuss wanted to do was get away with his family on a nice quiet vacation. Bill Murray had other ideas and needed time with his new therapist. What movie is this, from 1991?

Answer: What About Bob?

Bill Murray played the role of Bob Wiley. He just needed a little advice from his new therapist, played by Dreyfuss. Next thing you know, Bob is tagging behind and meeting the Doctor's entire family.
10. Looking back on this quiz, you will see that each question or answer or interesting information, has the same word involved. I'll give you one more for the road though. What famous brother was assassinated on June 6, 1968?

Answer: Robert F. Kennedy

Robert was known as Bobby and BOB is the key word to this Common Bond.

From Bob Dillon, bobsledding, bobbing for apples. They all together come up with 'The Bob'.

Now, Corn on the Bob? Well, that sounds pretty tasty now. I'm hungry - lets get together a shish kabob!
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